2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 2004 Mazda 2. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 2 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
