1999 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1999 SsangYong Chairman H | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chairman H | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3165 mm |