1999 Ford Telstar 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 Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Telstar | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
