2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
