2000 Saturn SC vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
