1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Intrepid | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
