2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Korando and 2008 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Holden Captiva.
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, 2008 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Holden Captiva 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. 2008 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
