2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
