2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 6 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Seat Altea.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Altea. 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 (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea. 2006 Seat Altea 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. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | SsangYong | Seat |
| Model | Korando | Altea |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
