2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Cee'd | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
