2005 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Statesman. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Statesman | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
