2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 970 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. 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 Renault Twingo. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Renault |
| Model | Korando | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
