1999 Ford Focus vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |