2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 31 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
