2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Silverado | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |