2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |