2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
