2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 707 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
