1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W.
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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Guara | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |