2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |