2004 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daewoo Chairman 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 2004 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL, 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, 2004 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL. 2004 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1998 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1998 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Chairman | 1998 Saturn SL | |
Make | Daewoo | Saturn |
Model | Chairman | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |