2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2004 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 481 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2004 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 206 Nm |
| 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 | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
