2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 SsangYong Korando | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Korando | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |