2005 Citroen C vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
