2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition.
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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Expedition | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Expedition | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |