1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 14 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 610 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. 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 2010 Renault Clio. 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | SsangYong | Renault |
| Model | Korando | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
