2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2307 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
