1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 SsangYong Korando | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Cressida |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |