2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 141 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
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2009 BMW 320 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 320 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |