2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo.

Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Mondeo 2003 SsangYong Korando
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Mondeo Korando
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 70 L


 

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