2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti M. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | SsangYong | Infiniti |
Model | Korando | M |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2901 mm |