2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
