2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Tucson | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
