2009 BMW 135 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 135 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
