2002 Buick Regal vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 Buick Regal is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Regal | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 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 | 1560 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
