1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | SsangYong | Porsche |
Model | Korando | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |