1995 Lexus LX vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus LX (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 564 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus LX | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | LX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
