2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 792 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
