2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Lumina | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |