1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Felicia | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Felicia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
