1994 Audi A8 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
