2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |