1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Palio | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
