2000 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 05-Sep | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 05-Sep | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
