2003 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
