2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Armada | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |