2008 Lexus GS vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 12 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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, 2008 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Lexus GS 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. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
