2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 233 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Blackhawk | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
