1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Terrano II | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Terrano II | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
