2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | Vue | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
