1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 357 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Chairman | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
