2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Korando | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
