2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
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2000 Saab 03-Sep | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Saab | SsangYong |
Model | 03-Sep | Korando |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |