2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 116 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |