2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Neon and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Neon | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Neon | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
