2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 985 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2000 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3400 mm |