2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 399 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
Model | Korando | Cruze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |