2009 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus ES. 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 Lexus ES (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus ES | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | ES | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
