2012 BMW X3 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X3 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
