2005 Opel Astra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2874 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
