2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 9 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Picasso | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
