1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
