2006 GMC Savana vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Savana | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
