1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 882 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2007 SsangYong Korando
Make Mazda SsangYong
Model MX-5 Miata Korando
Year Released 1993 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 16.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 983 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 70 L


 

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