2006 Honda Element vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 998 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Element | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |