2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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2004 SsangYong Korando | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Korando | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |