2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Touareg | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
