2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 317 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Korando | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |