2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | SsangYong | Saab |
| Model | Korando | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
