1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 2002 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Nuvola | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
