2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
