2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Tahoe | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
