2007 BMW 323 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3598 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
