2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 672 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | S2000 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |