2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Tucson | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
