2000 Ford Ka vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 960 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ka | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
