1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 239 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Commodore | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |