2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 458 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
