2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 562 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
