2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
