2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | RunX | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
