2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 753 kg more than 1997 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Patrol | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 209 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 2390 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2910 mm |