2008 Renault Scenic vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Because 2004 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic, 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 Renault Scenic (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Scenic | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
