2006 BMW 530 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
