1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 672 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 828 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | SsangYong | TVR |
| Model | Korando | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
