1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 2 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Korando | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
