1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Verada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
