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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 149 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2295 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
