2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Croma | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
