1999 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
