1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1999 SsangYong Korando and 1999 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo C70. 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70. 1999 Volvo C70 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. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
