2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 144 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |