2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
