1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG, 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, 2002 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Chairman | XG |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
