2008 Opel Agila vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Agila | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
