2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
Model | Korando | Elantra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 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 | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |