2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Rover |
| Model | Korando | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
