2012 BMW X3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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2012 BMW X3 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | X3 | Korando |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |