1996 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | NSX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
