2008 BMW 135 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 135 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
