2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 812 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2001 Mazda Atenza has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Atenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Atenza | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
