2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
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 Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
Model | Korando | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |