1998 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 626 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
