2008 BMW 523 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 2 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 523 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
