2008 BMW X6 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando

To start off, both 2008 BMW X6 and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2008 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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