2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 11 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Korando | Cube |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
