2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 536 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
Model | Korando | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |