2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | Q7 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
