2002 Honda Life vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Life | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |