1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | SsangYong | Dodge |
| Model | Korando | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
