2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 800 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
