2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2970 mm |
