1999 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 13 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Korando | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
