2005 Citroen C vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 5 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 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 2000 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, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
