2008 BMW 750 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.

Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 2000 SsangYong Korando
Make BMW SsangYong
Model 750 Korando
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3499 RPM 2860 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 13.2 L/100km


 

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