2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 204 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | SSR | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
