2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 168 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Dakota | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2910 mm |
