2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 2005 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
Model | Korando | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |