2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | X3 | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |