2004 BMW 325 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
