1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 1997 Alpina B 12 and 1997 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 12.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B 12 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
