2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 730 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
