2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 522 kg more than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
