2007 Seat Altea vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 10 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. 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 2007 Seat Altea. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Altea | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |