2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
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2010 SsangYong Korando | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Korando | 330 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3198 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |