2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 574 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift, 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Swift | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
| Model | Swift | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
