2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XK | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
