2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
