2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Outlander | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
