2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | F-150 | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |