2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1998 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 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Cobalt | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |