1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
