2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape 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 2011 Ford Escape. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
