1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Verada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
