1994 Ford Royale vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Royale | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
