1998 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica, 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Chairman H | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
