2009 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |