2008 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 788 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | E-150 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
