1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chairman H | ML |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2916 mm |
