2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 116 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.
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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Ford Taurus 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. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Taurus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2868 mm |