2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Korando | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
