2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Altima. 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
Model | Korando | Altima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |