2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2003 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Laguna | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
