2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Extreme has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Extreme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Extreme | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
