1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
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1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Trans Sport | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |