2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Pilot | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |