2006 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
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2006 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | SsangYong | Audi |
Model | Korando | A5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |