2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Grandis | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
