2009 BMW 528 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 528 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
