2005 BMW X5 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X5 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
