2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A3 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |