2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 996 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
