2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
