2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
