2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Drifter | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
