1999 BMW 323 vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 466 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 323 | Stavic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |