1998 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 786 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1164 kg |
