2008 BMW 316 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 316 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
