2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 10 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 644 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dacia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sandero | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
