2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
