2002 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Magna | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
