2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 23 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 843 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 2002 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
Model | Discovery | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |