2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 935 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Korando | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
