2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 526 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Korando | Forte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
