2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 735 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 1996 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
