2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra 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 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Opel |
| Model | Korando | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
