2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 648 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | F-150 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
