1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 836 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Pilot. 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
