2002 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 873 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Chairman.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daewoo Chairman 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Daewoo Dodge
Model Chairman Ram
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2295 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 151 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1877 mm


 

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