1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 SsangYong Korando | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Korando | Korando |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |