2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Impreza | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
