1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | GTO | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3598 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |
