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.
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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 |