2006 Infiniti M vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Infiniti | SsangYong |
| Model | M | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
