1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 374 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
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1999 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
Model | Korando | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |