2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 53 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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | XC60 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
