2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
