1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. 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 1999 Lexus IS. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | SsangYong | Lexus |
| Model | Korando | IS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
