2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Outlander | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
