2012 Nissan Note vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Note and 2012 SsangYong Stavic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Note. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 871 kg more than 2012 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2012 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Note has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Note will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Note | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Note | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1052 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4083 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1691 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
