2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Silverado | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 256 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |