2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Duna | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
