2012 BMW 535 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 535 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
