2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsa | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2874 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
