2001 Opel Astra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Astra. 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
