2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |