2008 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
