2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
