2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |