2007 Audi A8 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
