1994 Ford Probe vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 545 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Probe | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
