1996 Opel Astra vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 715 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Astra | Korando |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |