1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 546 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 626. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 626 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
