2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | CR-V | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2874 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
