2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Altima | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
