2009 Opel Tigra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 736 kg more than 2009 Opel Tigra. 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 2009 Opel Tigra. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Tigra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Tigra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
