2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Passat | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |