2009 GMC Savana vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Savana | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
