2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Korando | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
