2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Uplander | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |