1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 2 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | SV-8 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
