2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Korando | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |