2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
