1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
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1999 SsangYong Korando | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Korando | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |