1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 889 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fiesta | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |