1998 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Colt | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
