1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 13 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 157 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
