2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 965 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
