1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
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1996 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Korando | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |