2007 Opel Antara vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 2 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Antara 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:
2007 Opel Antara | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Antara | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |