2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 33 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 73.5 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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |