2009 BMW 630 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando

To start off, both 2009 BMW 630 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.

Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 630. 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 630 2009 SsangYong Korando
Make BMW SsangYong
Model 630 Korando
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 143 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.2 seconds 16.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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