2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 305 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Korando | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
