2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, 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 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A8 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Audi SsangYong
Model A8 Chairman H
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3695 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
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 1830 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2910 mm