2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 11 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 BMW 118.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
