2008 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 Corsa. 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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsa | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
