1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Korando | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
