2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
