2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 7 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Korando | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
