2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Equinox | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |