2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | SsangYong | Audi |
Model | Korando | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |