2011 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 618 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Passat | Korando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
