2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
