2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. 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 2004 Opel Zafira. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Zafira | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
