1998 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 12 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Audi |
| Model | Korando | S8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
