2006 Lexus SC vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2006 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
