2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 341 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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2001 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Korando | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1699 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |