2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Colorado | Korando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
