2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | B3000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
