2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 366 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
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2000 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
Model | Korando | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |