2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 700 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Korando |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
