2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Stavic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 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 Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
