1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Suzuki Vitara | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
Model | Vitara | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |