1998 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | SsangYong | Lotus |
| Model | Korando | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1118 mm |
