1996 Ford Ka vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 943 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ka | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
