2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Sierra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
