2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 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 2013 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | SsangYong | Jaguar |
| Model | Korando | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2752 mm |
