2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sedona | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
