2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Tahoe | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |