1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | SsangYong |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
