2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Korando | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |