2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
