2002 BMW 332 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 332 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
Make BMW SsangYong
Model 332 Chairman H
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2910 mm


 

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