2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 662 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | SSR | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
