2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2003 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Almera | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
