1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | SsangYong | Westfield |
| Model | Korando | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
