2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | SsangYong | Lada |
| Model | Korando | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
