1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 638 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Daewoo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chairman | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1846 mm |
