1998 SsangYong Korando vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 SsangYong Korando | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
