2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
