1995 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 141 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
