2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Grandis | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
