1997 Lexus SC vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC.
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 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus SC | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | SC | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |