2002 Opel Vectra vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
