2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | Beaulieu | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
