2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 785 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Fabia | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
