2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
