2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
