2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | Panamera | Korando |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
