2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Xterra | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Xterra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
