2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Silverado | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2910 mm |
