2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 793 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Korando | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
