2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H.
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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | 300 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2910 mm |