2008 Opel Agila vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 8 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. 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 2008 Opel Agila. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Agila | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
