2006 Lexus ES vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | ES | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
