1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 600 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mini |
| Model | Korando | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1407 mm |
