2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max 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 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2648 mm |
