2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Hyundai XG 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 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. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | XG 350 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
