1998 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 15 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 37 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 202 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. 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 2013 GMC Terrain. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
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1998 SsangYong Korando | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | SsangYong | GMC |
Model | Korando | Terrain |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |