2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | SsangYong | Renault |
| Model | Korando | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
