1997 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
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1997 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | F-350 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |