2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 371 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 325 | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |