2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
| Model | Korando | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
