2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 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:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 330 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
