2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Korando | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
