2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
