2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 706 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura EL. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | SsangYong | Acura |
| Model | Korando | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2619 mm |
