2008 BMW 325 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 325 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1637 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 |