2003 GMC Safari vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 7 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 GMC Safari | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Safari | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |