2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Equinox | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |