2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 276 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 83 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 | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
