1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. Both 1998 Mercedes-Benz S and 2000 SsangYong Chairman H are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 169 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | S | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |