1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 727 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Express | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |