2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | X5 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |