2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 550 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
