2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 732 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 (213 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fiesta | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
