2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 150 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 Nubira | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Nubira | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2240 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |