2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
