2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Panda | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |