2009 BMW 530 vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
