1996 Audi A4 vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A4 | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A4 | Korando |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |