2002 BMW 330 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
