2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 544 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Xterra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
