1990 BMW 850 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando. 2003 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 850 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
