2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 157 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2007 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
