2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 748 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Accent. 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 (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
Model | Korando | Accent |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |