2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 537 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Versa | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
