2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 461 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Korando | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
