2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
