2006 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 805 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Corsa | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |