1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | RunX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
