2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
Model | Discovery | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2295 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |