1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 774 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Korando | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1946 mm |
