2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2005 SsangYong Korando and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2005 SsangYong Korando 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make SsangYong Toyota
Model Korando 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2293 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 435 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90.9 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 87 L


 

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