2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 462 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Primera | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
