2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Eclipse | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
