1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Lantra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
