2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Odyssey | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |
