2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. 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 (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Korando | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
