2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Aspen | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
