2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Tribute | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
