2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
