2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Condor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
