1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
