2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
