2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 538 kg more than 1998 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Pathfinder | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |