2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 5 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2005 Holden Frontera 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. 2005 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
