2003 Tata E vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata E would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 466 kg more than 2003 Tata E.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Tata E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata E | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Tata | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
