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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 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 925 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1107 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
