2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2512 mm |
