1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Sportut | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
