2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 831 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 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 (256 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Accent | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
