2007 Opel Astra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 307 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
