2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 BMW 125 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 125 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |