2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Nubira | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |