2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2005 SsangYong Korando and 2005 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 538 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2005 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Saleen |
| Model | Korando | S7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1247 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2692 mm |
