2006 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chairman H | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
