2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 351 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Mazda Tribute 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. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
Model | Korando | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |