1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando.

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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 SsangYong Korando 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make SsangYong Toyota
Model Korando Tundra
Year Released 1996 2007
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2872 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 97 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1940 mm