2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 and 2007 SsangYong Stavic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 544 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2007 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 523 | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 523 | Stavic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |