2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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 Ford Freestar. 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Freestar | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |