2008 Lexus ES vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, both 2008 Lexus ES and 2008 SsangYong Chairman W were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus ES.
Because 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus ES | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | ES | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
