1998 BMW 325 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 479 kg more than 1998 BMW 325.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 325 | Korando |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |