2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
