2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2970 mm |
