2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Envoy | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2970 mm |
