2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Korando | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
