2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |