2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 807 kg more than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Express | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2910 mm |