2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 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 287 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 426 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1840 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 |
