2006 SsangYong Korando vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
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2006 SsangYong Korando | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |