2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Prius 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 42 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
