2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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2010 SsangYong Korando | 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
Model | Korando | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |