2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
