1997 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
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1997 Nissan Maxima | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Maxima | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |