2008 Kia Sedona vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sedona | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
