2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
