1994 Audi A8 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
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1994 Audi A8 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A8 | Korando |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |