2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Silverado | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
