2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 536 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Nissan Patrol | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Patrol | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |