2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
