2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
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2009 Nissan Rogue | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Rogue | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |