2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 291 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |