1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2001 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Intrepid | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |