2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 Nubira. 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Nubira | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1851 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 Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |