2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
