2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | M3 | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |