2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 885 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsa | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
