1996 Saturn SC vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC, 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1996 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1996 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Saturn SC | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
