2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
