1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2872 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1687 mm |