2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |