2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | Q7 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
