2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
