1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
