2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 286 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Xterra | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Xterra | Korando |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |