2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
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2004 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Previa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |