2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
