2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
