1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Guara | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |