2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Grandeur and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Grandeur | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |