2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 477 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Nubira | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
