2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 320 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |