2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 307 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 307 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
