2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | C-MAX | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
