2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
Model | Korando | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |