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, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
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 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 320 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
