2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Touareg | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |