2008 Lexus IS vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | IS | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |