2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 12 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 713 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 2012 Honda Fit. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Fit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2499 mm |
