2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
