1997 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, both 1997 SsangYong Korando and 1997 Volvo S90 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Volvo S90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S90. 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo S90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo S90 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.
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1997 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Korando | S90 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |