2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 730 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
