1998 Lexus ES vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus ES | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | ES | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
