1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Bigua | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
