2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Corolla | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |