2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 SsangYong Stavic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | M3 | Stavic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |