2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | GT | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
