2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2910 mm |
