1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 447 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Z3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
