1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 625 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 145 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
