2007 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestar | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestar | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
