2009 Kia Optima vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. 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 (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Optima | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
