2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
