2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Xterra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
