2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
Model | Plus 8 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |