2003 BMW 645 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 645 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
