2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 323 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |