2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 9 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | NP300 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
