2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 507 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | Defender | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
