2009 Audi A5 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
