1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Roadmaster | Korando |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |