2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Xedos |
| Model | Korando | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
