1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H 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) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia, 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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | SsangYong | Renault |
| Model | Chairman H | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2473 mm |
