1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 1 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 885 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 1997 Daewoo Joyster 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. 1997 Daewoo Joyster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1997 Daewoo Joyster 1996 SsangYong Korando
Make Daewoo SsangYong
Model Joyster Korando
Year Released 1997 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 2872 cc
Horse Power 89 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 190 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1850 mm