2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325.
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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
