2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A8 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |