2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (271 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Cobalt | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
