2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
