1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Odyssey | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |
