2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 456 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | SsangYong | Jeep |
| Model | Korando | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
