2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Korando | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |