2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2001 Subaru Impreza 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. 2001 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Korando | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
