2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
