2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Esteem |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
