2004 BMW 318 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 318 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
