2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 625 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |