2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 2000 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | SsangYong | Infiniti |
| Model | Korando | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
