2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thesis | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
