1996 BMW 730 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 BMW 730.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 730 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
