2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 45 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
