2003 BMW 530 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2003 BMW 530 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. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 530 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 530 | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |