2003 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 552 kg more than 2003 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 BMW Z4 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | Z4 | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |