1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 766 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
