2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2873 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |