2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | M3 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |