2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 335 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
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 | 401 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |