2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
| Model | Korando | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
