2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
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2010 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Bora |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |