2005 Nissan Almera vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Almera | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
