2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | SsangYong | Jeep |
| Model | Korando | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
