2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | CX-9 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |