2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | Viano | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
