2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (286 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 604 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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | TrailBlazer | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |