1998 BMW 330 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1840 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 |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
