2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Korando | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
