1997 Ford Versailles vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 Ford Versailles 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 6 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Versailles. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
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1997 Ford Versailles | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Versailles | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |