2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 876 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
