1995 BMW 525 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 BMW 525.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 525. 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 525 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
