2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Renault Laguna 2005 SsangYong Korando
Make Renault SsangYong
Model Laguna Korando
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 15.6:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1785 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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