2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2910 mm |
