2009 Acura TL vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2003 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, 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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TL | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
