2008 Audi S4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | S4 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |