2009 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 522 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Korando | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
