2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Korando and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
