2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Korando | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |