2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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2002 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
Model | Korando | Sonata |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |