2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Colorado | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |