2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | TrailBlazer | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |