2003 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Frontera | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Frontera | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |