2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Korando. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
