2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |