2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
