2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. 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 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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2009 BMW 330 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 330 | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |