2001 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Passat | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4003 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
