2007 Ford Edge vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Edge | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Edge | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |