1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 16 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, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1427 mm |
