2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Korando and 2008 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2008 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | SsangYong | Renault |
Model | Korando | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |