1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman 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 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308, 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, 2008 Peugeot 308 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Chairman. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Chairman | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Chairman | 308 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
