2007 Nissan Versa vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Versa | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
