2004 Acura RSX vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 643 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | RSX | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
