1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 524 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Korando | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
