2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. Both 2009 SsangYong Stavic and 2003 SsangYong Korando are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 169 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Stavic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
