2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
