1998 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Skyline | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Skyline | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
