2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
