2007 Lexus IS vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | IS | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |