2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. Both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2002 SsangYong Chairman H are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 423 kg more than 2002 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 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | Viano | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
