1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 118 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1421 mm |
