1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chairman | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
