2009 BMW 650 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 650 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
