2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
