2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | SsangYong | GMC |
| Model | Korando | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
