2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |