2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 7 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3120 mm |
