2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 Ford S-Max | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | S-Max | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |