2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | SsangYong | Acura |
| Model | Korando | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
