1999 AC Ace vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ace | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
