2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 158 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Quest 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Nissan SsangYong
Model Quest Chairman H
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3495 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 318 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1637 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2910 mm


 

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