2001 Acura TL vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2012 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | TL | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |