2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1210 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |