1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman.
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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Statesman | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |