2006 Opel Antara vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Antara | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
