2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
