1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 2 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today 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. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Today |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
