2003 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2003 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chairman H | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2738 mm |
