2004 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 306, 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 SsangYong Chairman H (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Peugeot |
| Model | Chairman H | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
