2008 Saturn Astra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Astra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
