2005 BMW 525 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 525 | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |