2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 437 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
