2002 Holden Astra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden 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 (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Astra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Astra | Korando |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |