2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.

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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
Make Porsche SsangYong
Model 911 Chairman W
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 3598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 280 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1495 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 7.8 L/100km


 

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