2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 683 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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 (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2011 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Korando | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1102 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
