2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 289 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | SSR | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
