2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 77 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Focus 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 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
