2006 Opel Astra vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
