2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2003 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |