2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 9-7X | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 9-7X | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
