1996 Honda Today 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 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Today | Korando |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |