2008 BMW 635 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 635 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 BMW 635.
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, 2008 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 635 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
