2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 320 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
