2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 899 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | F-150 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |