2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 711 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |