2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 9 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Mazda B4000 has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda B4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | B4000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 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 | 80 L |
