2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Z4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
