2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 402 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
