2004 Rover 45 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45. 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, 2004 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 45 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
