1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy 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 38 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
