2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1162 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |