2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
Model | 911 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |