1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Korando | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
