2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4757 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
